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Booming iPhone sales fuel Apple’s latest record-breaking quarter

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Apple racks up another record-setting quarter.
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Apple on Thursday announced record earnings for its March quarter, with revenue up 17%. Sales of iPhones continue to boom, with revenue from handsets — Apple’s most important product — up 22% year over year.

“Today Apple is proud to report our best March quarter ever, with revenue of $111.2 billion and double-digit growth across every geographic segment,” said Tim Cook, Apple CEO, in a statement. “iPhone achieved a March quarter revenue record, fueled by such extraordinary demand for the iPhone 17 lineup.”

Netflix overhauls iPhone app with vertical video feed, redesigned navigation

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Hopefully this won't piss users off like Netflix's Apple TV app did.
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A redesigned Netflix iPhone app brings a cleaner interface, revamped navigation and an entirely new vertical video discovery feature called Clips, the streamer said Thursday.

We’ll see how Apple users receive the update. The recent revamp of Netflix’s app for Apple TV, which switched from a native tvOS player to a custom one that blocked Apple TV features, didn’t go over well. 

Time is running out on your Intel Mac — here’s why

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This 2019 MacBook Pro with an Intel chip will not get macOS 27.
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Anyone still using an Intel Mac needs to know that when macOS 27 launches this fall, it won’t be available for computers that don’t use Apple’s own processors.

It’s not like your Intel-based Mac will suddenly explode in your face because it’s running an older version of macOS, but the odds of getting hacked go up considerably. Here’s why.

Today in Apple history: First iPad 3G tablets land in customers’ hands

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The iPad was the fastest-selling new product line in Apple history.
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April 30: Today in Apple history: iPad 3G arrives April 30, 2010: Almost a month after the first-gen iPad went on sale, the first Wi-Fi + 3G iPads arrive in the hands of U.S. customers.

The devices ship in boxes identical to the Wi-Fi-only models, but with an additional sticker noting their cellular connectivity capability. The tablets come preloaded with micro-SIM cards branded AT&T, the only wireless carrier that initially supports the iPad.

Apple TV overdrive: F1 Miami Grand Prix packs live streams, new shows and events

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Apple TV goes all in F1 Miami Grand Prix coverage May 1 -3.
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Formula 1 racing returns the United States this weekend with the F1 Miami Grand Prix on Apple TV. And Apple decided to pull out all the stops to make sure fans experience it not just on Apple TV, but across multiple platforms, the iPhone giant said Wednesday.

The Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2026 streams exclusively on Apple TV beginning Friday. You can see every session — from Practice through Sunday’s race — live and on demand. And there’s a lot more going on, too. 

This smart telescope changed the way I look at the stars [Review] ★★★★

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The DwarfLab Dwarf Mini captures gorgeous pictures of the cosmos, despite its small size.
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The Dwarf Mini smart telescope from DwarfLab cooperates with your iPhone to help you take amazing pictures of the stars — even in locations where you probably think it’s impossible. And it’s all thanks to the miracle of long-exposure images.

Even better, the telescope is comparatively tiny and sets up in minutes.

As a long-time stargazer, I was thrilled to test out the Dwarf Mini. And even more thrilled with the results.

YouTube Picture-in-Picture feature goes free worldwide

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Your YouTube viewing experience is about to get a lot better.
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YouTube is making picture-in-picture (PiP) available to all users worldwide for free. This will enable you to watch a YouTube video in a PiP window while using other apps on your iPhone or iPad.

For non-Premium YouTube users, PiP will only work on non-music and long-form videos.

If you think faster than you type, try this $50 Mac dictation app

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Get better dictation on your Mac with a lifetime subscription to Voibe.
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The Voibe dictation app for Mac lets you talk instead of typing. It’s fast, efficient and works inside any Mac app. Plus, since it works offline, it’s totally private.

It’s a voice-first way to work across your Mac, without relying on cloud processing or extra apps. And right now, a lifetime subscription to Voibe costs just $49.99 (MSRP $149).

Apple may have pulled the plug on Vision Pro

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Apple might not see a future for the Vision Pro
Buh-bye, Vision Pro?
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Apple reportedly stopped all work on future versions of the Vision Pro. The AR headset has struggled to go mainstream and may now have been dropped — possibly at the insistence of Apple’s incoming CEO, John Ternus.

Instead, the company is allegedly changing its focus to smart glasses that offer fewer features but are lighter and more affordable.

iOS 27 could add Siri camera mode and expanded visual AI

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iOS 27 could support a dedicated Siri camera model and expanded Visual Intelligence.
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Apple will put artificial intelligence front and center in the iPhone camera with a dedicated Siri camera mode coming in iOS 27, according to a new report. The move signals the company’s push to make on-device AI feel less like a hidden feature and more like a core part of the iPhone experience.

New MacBook Pro with M5 Pro or M5 Max gets its first real deal

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Deals on MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
The latest M5-series MacBook Pro models are on sale!
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Amazon didn’t waste time discounting Apple’s latest pro laptops. Just weeks after launch, the new MacBook Pro lineup powered by M5 Pro and M5 Max chips is already seeing its first meaningful price cuts, allowing early adopters of these premium machines to save real money.

Amazon knocked up to $200 and more off the prices for the 2026 MacBook Pro, including both the 14-inch and 16-inch screen sizes. Save on a powerful macOS notebook today!

Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs trashes Adobe Flash in devastatingly blunt open letter

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Steve Jobs really didn't care for Flash.
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April 29: Today in Apple history: Steve Jobs pens letter to Flash

April 29, 2010: Apple CEO Steve Jobs pens “Thoughts on Flash,” an open letter to explain why, basically, Adobe Flash kind of sucks. The letter marks the beginning of the end for the once-omnipresent plugin that powered multimedia in internet browsers for years.

Following the devastatingly blunt broadside, Adobe Systems CEO Shantanu Narayen hits back at Apple, arguing against Jobs’ complaints. But the Apple leader has clearly made up his mind: iOS devices will never support Flash. The writing is on the wall.

Epic Games deals Apple fresh blow in App Store fee fight

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Epic Games came out ahead in the latest skirmish between the developer and Apple.
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Apple’s bid to freeze court-ordered App Store changes while it pursues U.S. Supreme Court review got rejected Tuesday as the latest decision in the iPhone giant’s long-running legal fight with Fortnite maker Epic Games. So the clock is now ticking on compliance pending another decision over what Apple can charge in fees.

Get Microsoft Office 2024, plus courses that show you how to use it, at a killer price

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Get Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC, plus all the training you need, for one low price.
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This deal lands you Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for Mac or PC, plus a full training bundle that will teach you how to use all the software in the popular productivity suite. And right now, you can get it all for just $114 — a 72% discount off the regular price of $409.99.

That means no monthly payments for a Microsoft software subscription. And no fumbling around trying to get the latest software to do what you want it to do.

I tried the most powerful Thunderbolt dock ever made [Review] ★★★★★

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The iVanky FusionDock Ultra currently ranks as the king of Thunderbolt 5 docks.
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With plenty of ports, power and bandwidth, Thunderbolt docks form the backbone of a modern MacBook-powered workstation — and the iVanky FusionDock Ultra takes things to the extreme. It packs an absurd number of ports and promises enough bandwidth to handle just about anything you can throw at it.

Find out what makes the iVanky FusionDock Ultra so special in our review.

Write a book in minutes with this AI-powered publishing tool

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You've already got the brilliant idea. This specialized AI can turn it into a full-length book quickly and easily.
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AI book generator Aivolut Books employs specialized tools to help you turn an idea into a full, cohesive, Amazon-ready book in just minutes.

It’s a great way to go from brainstorming a book idea to publishing an actual book. And a lifetime subscription costs just $48.99 (MSRP $456). That’s less than the cost of a single editing pass for most books.

Apple bets on AI to reinvent iPhone photo editing in iOS 27

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iOS 27 could add AI features to expand and enhance images
iOS 27 could use AI to make your photographs look better after you take them.
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Apple is reportedly prepping a significant upgrade to the photo-editing capabilities of the iPhone, iPad and Mac. The company will turn to artificial intelligence to let users enhance their images, including using generative AI to extend images beyond their current borders, according to information leaking out of Cupertino on Tuesday.

The news should raise the excitement level for iOS 27, macOS 27 and iPadOS 27, which should arrive this fall.

How to remove an object from a photo with Apple Intelligence

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You don’t have to be a Photoshop master to edit things out of your photos.
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You can easily remove any object from a photo using Apple Intelligence’s free Clean Up tool on your iPhone, Mac or iPad. It works fairly well — but it’s good to know its limitations.

As the only graphic designer among my friends, I’ve frequently been asked over the years to Photoshop unwanted elements out of pictures. Take, for example, a romantic shot of a couple in a gazebo, with a phone sitting on the handrail in an obvious spot. The image might look a lot better if you delete that stray device.

Or imagine a group photo from a fun night out, with someone’s dumpy tote bag sitting by their feet, or a picture from a big conference that shows an ugly lanyard around someone’s neck. With Apple Intelligence’s free Clean Up feature, anyone can make the tote bag and the lanyard disappear, right from their iPhone.

Now, you have the power to clean up your own photos — a chance to make your almost-perfect shots perfect in an instant. 

Eye doctor uses Vision Pro in cataract surgery for the first time

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In another medical first, Vision Pro played a crucial role in successful cataract surgery.
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A New York ophthalmologist made history recently, becoming the first surgeon in the world to perform cataract surgery using Apple’s Vision Pro headset, according to a new report. It offers a compelling new use case for a device that has struggled to find mass-market traction.

“We are now able to bring the world’s best surgeon into any operating room, at any hour, from anywhere on the planet,” Dr. Eric Rosenberg said. “From residents performing their first cases to surgeons facing unexpected complications, this technology democratizes access to expertise — and that will save vision.”

Today in Apple history: iTunes Music Store opens its doors

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The iTunes Music Store revolutionized the music industry.
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April 28: Today in Apple history: iTunes Music Store launches April 28, 2003: Apple opens the iTunes Music Store, revolutionizing the music industry and digital distribution of content.

At a time when getting music online mostly means illegal downloads from pirate services like Napster, iTunes quickly proves that customers will pay for songs — provided the service is good enough.

This nutrition and fitness app makes meal planning and workout tracking simple

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NutriAI can build custom meal plans and workout routines just for you to help you achieve your fitness goals.
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If you track your steps on your Apple Watch, log meals in one app, follow workouts in another, and somehow still end up guessing what to eat for dinner, NutriAI is for you. This AI-powered nutrition and training app simplifies daily life by turning your tracking and planning into a single system with plans built for you.

And a lifetime subscription currently costs just $39.99 (regularly $499).

Highly adaptable Edifier M90 speakers earn a spot in any Apple setup [Review] ★★★★

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Edifier M90 speaker review★★★★
Edifier M90 speakers in white replace the inexpensive sound bar I was using to boost my Roku TV's audio. They'd be great with Apple TV, too.
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Apple’s ecosystem has never sounded better — AirPods, HomePods, Apple TV with Dolby Atmos — and yet the humble desktop speaker often remains an afterthought. For Mac users who spend long hours at a monitor or in front of a gaming console or smart TV, the audio situation can range from mediocre built-in speakers to a rat’s nest of half-compatible gear. But this Edifier M90 speaker review explains how the stellar new boxes do a great job of solving any number of audio problems in different settings. They bring potent audio power to practically any gear.